Portrait of Laurence Ployez
i. Biography
Cellar Master Laurence Ployez leads the cellar at Champagne Ployez-Jacquemart in Ludes, France.
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Laurence Ployez trained at Beaune. Laurence went on to work as apprentice at Champagne Ployez-Jacquemart in Ludes, France (from 1988). Today, Laurence is in charge of wine production and sales and owner of Champagne Ployez-Jacquemart.
Where They Are Now
Ployez is in charge of wine production and sales and is also owner of the house.
In Their Words “Between the harvest, when we receive the grapes juices in our VAT to the day we are blending to succeed to extract the best of every harvest. New change every year, because every harvest is different.”
FAQ
Asked of Laurence
What is Laurence Ployez's current role?
As of 2026, Laurence Ployez is Cellar Master.
Where did Laurence Ployez train or study?
Laurence Ployez trained at Beaune.
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